Alpine Aqueduct Reach 1
Replacement and Resiliency Project

1400 East Paving

Starting Tuesday, Oct. 28, crews will prepare 1400 East between 800 North and 920 North for paving operations.

Paving will take place Friday, Oct. 31, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

What to Expect:

Sidewalks will remain open
One-way, alternating flagging in the area
No street parking in this area
Minor driveway access delays

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1560 East Intersection Closure

Work is ongoing at the 1560 East intersection. A temporary road is in place for residents to access homes in the 1110 North cul-de-sac. There will be no access to 1060 North from 1560 East during this closure. To access 1060 North, residents must utilize 1400 East, or Palisade Drive, Cascade Parkway and 1450 East. This closure and detour are expected to last through November.

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Trail Access

For your safety, the trails in this area have been temporarily rerouted to accommodate construction activities for the Alpine Aqueduct Reach 1 project. Please use the updated route shown on the map below and stay alert for construction vehicles and equipment crossing or operating near the trail.

Ongoing Utility Relocation Work

Crews are continuing to make progress on utility relocations along 1060 North and 1560 East. Multiple teams are working throughout the project area, and detours or road closures will remain in place or occasionally shift as work advances. Please continue to use caution and follow posted signage when navigating the work zone.

We recognize that this work is disruptive and appreciate your patience as we complete these necessary infrastructure improvements. This utility and excavation work is expected to continue through fall 2025. Construction will continue through early 2027; however, activities will slow during the winter and then resume throughout the neighborhood in early March, weather permitting.

Mailbox Impacts

As part of this utility relocation work, crews have begun removing mailboxes that inhibit construction activities along 1060 North. The project team will make every effort to carefully remove and preserve each mailbox; however, some damage is expected due to the nature of the work.

Mailboxes will be stored off-site until late 2026, when they will be reinstalled as part of the neighborhood and park strip restoration.
Before reinstallation in late 2026, the project team will coordinate directly with each homeowner to determine the most appropriate replacement or restoration plan based on the condition of the original mailbox. If a mailbox is damaged beyond repair during removal, our team will provide any salvaged pieces upon request.

Blasting Operations

Crews are preparing to begin controlled blasting operations near the northeast corner of 1560 East in Orem. These operations will begin as early as Wednesday, July 23, and are necessary to construct a tunnel and shaft that will allow the aqueduct to be installed along its new alignment (see map below for details).

What to Expect

Time Frame: Summer - Fall 2025.
Frequency: 1-2 controlled blasts each day between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Pre-Blast Warning: A series of audible horn signals will sound in advance of each blast:
- 5 short horn blasts = Blast within 5 minutes
- 3 short horn blasts = Blast within 1 minute
- 1 long horn blast = All clear
What You'll Notice:
- Increased noise
  - Drilling blast holes
  - Heavy machinery
  - Pre-blast warnings
  - A loud sound during the blast
- Post-blast rumblings and low-frequency sounds
- Ground vibrations
- Increased dust
- Vibration monitors distributed throughout the project area

About Blasting

Controlled blasting is a precise and regulated construction method used to break apart rock for tunneling and excavation. Each blast is carefully planned, permitted, and executed by licensed professionals following strict safety and environmental regulations. All surrounding areas are secured prior to each blast.

Safety & Coordination

Safety is our top priority. The project team is coordinating closely with local authorities, emergency services, and city officials to keep them informed of these operations. Crews will enforce and maintain all safety regulations near the site while blasting operations persist. Vibration monitors will be placed throughout the area to ensure all activity remains within safe and regulated limits. Blasting materials will be safely transported and stored offsite during non-work hours.